Two Pairs of Paris Porcelain Urns
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Two Pairs of Paris Porcelain Urns
second quarter 19th century, the larger pair decorated on the obverse with polychrome scenes of Zeus and Hera on one urn and Cupid and Psyche on the other, and on the reverse with depictions of classical ruins, h. 16", w. 8-1/4", the smaller pair with caryatid-form handles and decorated on the obverse with hand-painted polychrome figures in Renaissance costume, and on the reverse with "Italian" landscapes, h. 10-3/4", w. 4-1/4", d. 3-1/4".
second quarter 19th century, the larger pair decorated on the obverse with polychrome scenes of Zeus and Hera on one urn and Cupid and Psyche on the other, and on the reverse with depictions of classical ruins, h. 16", w. 8-1/4", the smaller pair with caryatid-form handles and decorated on the obverse with hand-painted polychrome figures in Renaissance costume, and on the reverse with "Italian" landscapes, h. 10-3/4", w. 4-1/4", d. 3-1/4".
Condition
LARGER PAIR: Both with a restored and painted band (approx. 1/4" wide) where the lower portion of
the body meets the upper portion of the body, with one example having a substantial repaired break with
adjacent losses. One example with a restored handle and a repaired handle. The base of one is a bit
yellowed on the INTERIOR and is a bit different here as well. Scattered minor rubbing to gilt on foot of
both.
SMALLER PAIR: Rubbing to gilt primarily at the edges. One example with a 2" hairline down from the rim
and only visible on the interior. One figural handle missing a portion on the "platform". Bolts replaced.
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Two Pairs of Paris Porcelain Urns
Estimate $800 - $1,200
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